Year of faith: Ayodhya commemorates first anniversary of Ram Mandir's Pran Pratishtha | VIDEO

Uttar Pradesh: Ayodhya marks the one-year anniversary of Ram Mandir with grand celebrations, drawing thousands of devotees and highlighting the city's spiritual significance alongside the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.

Ayodhya's Spiritual Surge: Celebrating One Year of Ram Mandir

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Uttar Pradesh: Ayodhya is currently experiencing a surge of spiritual fervor, coinciding with the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, which is renowned for being the largest spiritual gathering in the country. As Ayodhya commemorates the first anniversary of the Ram Mandir, where Ram Lalla was ceremoniously placed on his rightful seat during the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony, the city has seen a remarkable influx of devotees and tourists since January 22, 2024. The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra recently celebrated the 'Pratishtha Dwadashi Mahotsav,' marking this significant milestone.

Significant Celebrations and Rituals

The anniversary celebrations kicked off on January 11, 2025, with a notable increase in devotees attending the festivities. Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the main rituals during last year’s grand opening of the Ram temple, which attracted many prominent figures from various fields. This year, the rituals were aligned with the Hindu calendar, taking place on Kurma Dwadashi during the Shukla Paksha of Paush month.

To honor this occasion, a variety of spiritual events and cultural programs have been organized at the temple premises. The day began with Agnihotra rituals accompanied by mantras from Shukla Yajurveda, occurring twice—first from 8 AM to 11 AM and again from 2 PM to 5 PM. Following this, devotees participated in chanting 6 lakh Shri Ram Mantras alongside recitations of the Ram Raksha Stotra and Hanuman Chalisa.

Maha Abhishek Ceremony

On Pratishtha Dwadashi, a significant Maha Abhishek of Lord Ram was performed, followed by His Mangal Darshan. The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra shared images of this auspicious event on social media, highlighting the devotion and reverence surrounding these celebrations.

As Ayodhya continues to attract devotees and tourists alike, it stands as a beacon of faith and spirituality in India. The ongoing celebrations not only mark an important religious milestone but also contribute to the cultural richness of this historic city.

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